Science communication training courses
I offer 2-day presentation bootcamps with in-depth training in storytelling, creating slides and delivering a convincing presentation. Alternatively, you can book separate modules as workshops of 2-3 hours or book me for individual consultancy.
1. Storytelling for scientists
3h • max. 30 participants • on site / online
Find the unique narrative in your research and leave your audience eager for more in every talk! We apply storytelling techniques from Hollywood to create a compelling 1-minute story. After practising, the pitch is put to the test in a roleplaying exercise.
This workshop is for you if you ...
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love science communication, but don't know where to start
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could use a little confidence boost
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wonder how others can captivate an audience with storytelling
You walk away with ...
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A 1-minute pitch about your research
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Tips and tricks straight from Hollywood
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A deep understanding of the science of storytelling
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Useful templates to use for all your future stories
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New ideas of how to do science communication
2. Confident presenting
2h • max. 30 participants • on site
Achieve your goal of leaving the nerves behind and expanding your comfort zone. Your stage confidence is a muscle you can train!
In this workshop we turn you into a confident presenter through body language and voice exercises from theatre to apply in your upcoming talk.
This workshop is for you if you ...
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are always more nervous on stage than you want
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can use some extra fire in your voice and posture
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want to learn some quick hacks on storytelling
You walk away with ...
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Renewed confidence to go on stage
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More awareness over your voice and posture
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A checklist on how to always kill your nerves
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A storytelling toolbox to captivate the audience
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3. Your research on LinkedIn
2h • max. 50 participants • online/ on-site
Maintaining your social media presence can be a burden, yet your online network might be a vital step to your next job or collaboration.
In this workshop, you get a crash course in social media algorithms, the do's and don'ts of posting, and how to benefit from just one LinkedIn hour a month. We'll send you home with your next strong LinkedIn post.
This workshop is for you if you ...
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see LinkedIn as a necessary evil
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get overwhelmed by LinkedIn bigshots
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want to post but feel you have nothing to say
You walk away with ...
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An idea for your next post
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The right tips to let your LinkedIn profile look professional
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A checklist for visibility in your LinkedIn posts
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Forever insights in the LinkedIn algorithms
Conference organiser at Storytelling for scientists
"Presenting our work to diverse audiences is an essential aspect of our profession, and your workshop was an excellent tool for the researchers to enhance their storytelling skills."
PhD student at
Confident presenting
"I loved the activities in between, as they dismantled the overall awkwardness that could have been in a situation such as this."
PhD student at
Storytelling for scientists
"The whole workshop was amazing and super beneficial. The effort to help with personal issues, recommendations on what kind of exercises to do to improve are very much appreciated :)"
Science communication bootcamp
1-2 days • max. 16 participants • on site
Interested into diving deep into science communication? Do you want to see yourself transform into a confident storyteller? Then join a science communication bootcamp!
A clear research story that captivates the audience, and a powerful way to transmit it are key to efficient science communication. If you are a young researcher that wants to improve in these areas, this bootcamp is for you! By joining you will get the complete guide to become a confident storyteller.
In the first module we dive into storytelling theory, using useful and clear techniques to write your own science story. A second module focuses on delivering a presentation: with body language exercises in a safe setting you learn to leave your nerves behind on stage. It all comes together in a roleplaying exercise, where we practice and analyze each other's presentation. You walk away with a personal and concise science story for your next talk. The training comes with a summary booklet filled with useful templates and tips to come back to anytime you need.
If you would like to provide your students with these life-useful skills for your conference, research group, or PhD school, reach out! The program can be fully tailored to your needs.
Laura-Carlota Paz
Project Manager DECADES
"If you get the "More workshops like this one!!!" comment from your students you know you did it right!! Thank you Robin Talks Science for an amazing workshop. Highly recommended to other PIs to send their students to you for the best training possible!"